Q&A Bones-Shapes Flashcards
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What joins the diaphysis to the epiphysis in mature bones
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Metaphysis
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What are the parts of the long bone
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Two ends: epiphyses; body: diaphysis
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Name the fibrous covering of the bone not covered by the articular cartilage
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Periosteum
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What is the compact bone surrounding the medullary cavity
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Compact or cancellous (spongy)
